Book Review: William and Catherine by Russell Myers

 GOODREADS SUMMARY

From the relentless media scrutiny and controversies of their 2022 Caribbean Tour to the shock cancer diagnoses of both the Princess of Wales and the King, this captivating biography by acclaimed royal journalist Russell Myers intimately traces the story of William and Catherine’s relationship from their earliest meeting at St Andrews University to the present day.

Drawing on exclusive access to numerous palace insiders, it offers never-before-told context about the biggest stories to have followed the Prince and Princess of Wales in recent years – including the Sussex departure, the forming of the ‘Cambridge way,’ and the death of Queen Elizabeth II – and provides an unprecedented glimpse into their private lives.

Highlighting the couple's resilience and dedication in the face of adversity, William and Catherinepresents a deeply personal perspective on how the events the Prince and Princess have weathered together will shape their distinct vision for a modern monarchy – as they set out to secure its safe continuation at a time of extreme change and turmoil.

TEE'S THOUGHTS

I’ve always had a soft spot for the British monarchy, especially the Tudors, but somewhere along the way I got just as invested in the modern royal family too. And I’ll admit it, I’ve always liked William and Catherine. There’s just something steady about them. I really do think that when William takes the crown, he’ll be a good, grounded leader and having Catherine beside him only makes that feel more certain.

I had the chance to listen to the eaely audio of William and Catherine by Russell Myers (released March 10), and it felt like settling in with a story I already knew, but still wanted to hear told properly.

The book starts with the history of both of their families. While I was already familiar with Charles and Diana, I actually really enjoyed learning more about Catherine’s side. The Middletons don’t always get the same attention, and it added something new. From there, it follows William and Catherine through childhood, university, that breakup, and everything that comes after.

What I appreciated most is that this isn’t written like a gossip piece. The author doesn’t ignore the missteps or awkward moments (and there have been a few), but everything is handled in a way that feels informed and respectful rather than sensational.

If you already keep up with the royal family, you probably won’t find a ton of shocking new information, but honestly, that didn’t bother me. Sometimes it’s just nice to see the full story laid out in one place, with a bit more context behind it.

He also touches on Harry and Meghan, as well as Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, acknowledging the headlines and the tension without letting it completely take over the narrative.

Overall, this felt like a quiet reminder of why William and Catherine work so well—they come across as a team. Focused on raising their children as normally as they can, while slowly (and carefully) shaping what a more modern monarchy might look like when the time comes.